A federal judge is evaluating the Justice Department's request to proceed with charges against former FBI director James Comey related to alleged Espionage Act violations. The DOJ did not obtain a grand jury indictment within the statute of limitations and instead filed a criminal information. Comey's attorney argues that the government has waited too long, while the DOJ maintains that new evidence justifies their actions. The judge has not yet made a ruling.
Key facts
- Judge Trevor McFadden is considering DOJ's request regarding James Comey.
- The DOJ seeks to charge Comey with Espionage Act violations.
- The statute of limitations expired without a grand jury indictment.
- Comey's attorney argues the government delayed pursuing charges.
- Comey faces separate charges in North Carolina.
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